Lite Tortillas
Elevate your homemade wraps, tacos, and flatbreads with these wholesome and delightfully soft Lite Tortillas! Made with nutrient-packed whole wheat flour, a touch of olive oil, and no preservatives, this easy tortilla recipe is perfect for anyone looking for a healthier alternative. Quick to whip up in just 25 minutes, these tortillas are soft, pliable, and lightly golden from a quick sear in a skillet. With a simple dough that requires minimal kneading and resting, you’ll enjoy the satisfaction of making your own fresh, flavor-rich tortillas right at home. Perfect for wraps, quesadillas, and more, these tortillas are a versatile, guilt-free staple for any meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 240 grams Whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 175 milliliters Warm water
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
Drizzle the olive oil into the dry ingredients and mix using your hands or a fork until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually pour in the warm water, stirring as you go, until the dough starts to come together.
Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 3-4 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces and shape each piece into a ball. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let rest for 10 minutes.
After resting, roll out each dough ball into a thin circle, approximately 6-8 inches in diameter, using a rolling pin. Lightly flour the surface to prevent sticking.
Heat a dry, non-stick skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Place a rolled-out tortilla onto the skillet.
Cook the tortilla for about 30-45 seconds on one side, until bubbles form and brown spots appear. Flip and cook for another 30-45 seconds on the other side.
Remove the cooked tortilla and place it on a plate lined with a clean kitchen towel. Cover to keep warm. Repeat with the remaining dough.
Serve warm or let cool and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat before serving if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1071 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.4 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.1 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1642 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 176.1 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.2 g | 104% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.2 g | ||
| Protein | 32.0 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 82 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 9.4 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 972 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
